At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is looking for a Hardware Development Engineer to join our Single Phase UPS team in Zagreb, Croatia.

POSITION SUMMARY

• As a member of Vertiv's Single Phase UPS R&D team in Zagreb, you will join a group of skilled colleagues working on innovative projects in an inspiring environment, where you can develop your skills and expertise in designing low-power energy electronics circuits.
• You will help ensure that our products meet the highest standards of design and manufacturing quality.
• You will participate in the entire product development process from start to finish. Based on market requirements, you will prepare engineering specifications, provide feedback to various functional teams, work on electronic and PCB design, troubleshoot potential errors, address testing challenges, and resolve issues with already delivered devices.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Development and design of power converters based on GaN, SiC and Si technologies
• Development and design of control electronics
• Selection, calculation and selection of components
• Testing of hardware components and prototypes
• Analysis of hardware operation and performance
• Definition of technical solutions
• Preparation of technical specifications, material and component specifications
• Cooperation with teams from the fields of power electronics, mechanical engineering, software and testing
• Conducting electronics design reviews
• Creation of test specifications and procedures
• Design validation
• Cooperation and support to production, users and suppliers
• Active participation in conducting experimental tests
• Participation in debugging of designs and devices

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power electronics.
• Minimum 1 year of experience
• Experience working in Altium Designer or Mentor Graphic PCB design software
• Experience in signal integrity analysis
• Basic knowledge of real-time software
• DSP or FPGA (HW) design experience
• Experience in communication protocols (SPI, I2C, CAN,...)
• Experience in hardware development of power converters or UPS
• Knowledge of PSIM, PLECS and/or LTSpice simulation tools
• Advanced knowledge of energy and analog-digital electronics
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and be proactive
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Team work

What do we offer?

• Access to internal training and external development opportunities
• Coverage of public transportation costs
• UNIQA supplementary health insurance for added security
• Special occasion bonuses (Easter, Christmas, performance-based rewards, and child-related bonuses)
• Free annual health check-up to support your well-being (Croatia Osiguranje) 
• Opportunity to sign up for a MultiSport card for an active lifestyle
• Fresh fruit delivered every Monday for a healthy start to the week
• Referral bonuses as a thank-you for helping us grow our team
• Financial support for new parents with a non-taxable baby bonus
• Assistance in difficult times with a non-taxable allowance for the loss of an immediate family member
• Professional development through mentorship and training
• International teams and dynamic environment
• Contribution to projects of high technical complexity with modern technical challenges
• Full creative and professional freedom
• Flexible working hours
• Positive, casual, friendly, team-based working atmosphere
• Focus on competence development

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.  With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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